A House Made of Splinters
Season 36 Episode 3604 | 1h 22m 58sVideo has Audio Description, Closed Captions
By the frontlines in Eastern Ukraine, social workers create a sanctuary for kids in limbo.
In the shadow of war by the frontlines in Eastern Ukraine, a safe haven provides refuge for children who have been temporarily separated from their parents. A House Made of Splinters chronicles three displaced kids who, despite the perils surrounding them, find moments of joy, friendship, and childhood wonder, with the aid of dedicated social workers who work tirelessly to protect them from harm.
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A House Made of Splinters
Season 36 Episode 3604 | 1h 22m 58sVideo has Audio Description, Closed Captions
In the shadow of war by the frontlines in Eastern Ukraine, a safe haven provides refuge for children who have been temporarily separated from their parents. A House Made of Splinters chronicles three displaced kids who, despite the perils surrounding them, find moments of joy, friendship, and childhood wonder, with the aid of dedicated social workers who work tirelessly to protect them from harm.
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Anatomy of a Scene: A House Made of Splinters
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Clip: S36 Ep3604 | 3m 38s | Anatomy of a Scene from A House Made of Splinters with Simon Lereng Wilmont. (3m 38s)
Behind the Lens: A House Made of Splinters
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Clip: S36 Ep3604 | 1m 42s | A message from the filmmaker. (1m 42s)
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